Description
Savor the sweet and smoky flavors of Honey BBQ Chicken Rice, featuring tender grilled chicken thighs marinated in a rich honey BBQ sauce, served over fluffy white rice. This easy and satisfying meal is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups of cooked white rice
- 1 pound of boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup of honey
- 1/2 cup of BBQ sauce (your favorite brand)
- 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon of onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions for garnish
- Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium-sized bowl, combine honey, BBQ sauce, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Whisk until well blended.
- Place chicken thighs in a large resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish with plastic wrap.
- Let the chicken marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, preferably 2 hours or overnight for maximum flavor.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Oil the grates if using a grill.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing excess marinade to drip off. Discard the leftover marinade.
- Place chicken thighs on the grill. Cook for about 6-7 minutes on one side without moving them.
- Flip the chicken and cook for another 6-7 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Cover with a lid if using a grill pan.
- Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for about 5 minutes.
- If you haven’t cooked the rice yet, rinse 1 cup of white rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed rice with 2 cups of water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil over high heat.
- Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for about 18-20 minutes, or until all water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for another 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
- Slice the grilled chicken thighs into strips or bite-sized pieces.
- In a large serving bowl or individual plates, add a generous scoop of cooked rice as the base.
- Top the rice with sliced honey BBQ chicken, arranging nicely.
- Sprinkle chopped green onions over the top and add sesame seeds if desired.
- Serve immediately while warm, with extra BBQ sauce on the side if preferred.
Notes
- For added veggies, sauté bell peppers, onions, or broccoli in olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Mix into the rice or serve on the side.
- For a spicy kick, add hot sauce to the marinade or serve on the side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes